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International Education Specialization

Program Description

The Specialization in International Education is a nine-credit stream within the two-year, 33-credit Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration and Leadership program that focuses on responding to the identified and increasing need for educational leaders who can work effectively in international contexts and with internationalization of the institution in mind. The program will prepare students to develop the skills required to develop, grow, or manage international education programs, policies, and practices aligned with the strategic interests of their educational organizations.

Who It’s For

With the growth of international programs and schools and the increasing numbers of international students in educational institutions in many parts of the world, comes a growing demand for leaders who can provide their organization with a strategic vision, excellent relationship building skills, a strong sense of business acumen, and a high degree of intercultural competence. Students who are currently or who aim to work in the service and support sectors specific to the recruitment and retention of international students, institutional contracts and research on a global level, or in the development and implementation of an institutional internationalization plans will find this specialization of particular interest.

Applicants who do not have the formal academic education to qualify for admission may be assessed based on both their formal education and their informal learning, in accordance with the Flexible Admission Policy. Please visit the program admission page for more information.

Outcomes

Graduates of the Specialization in International Education will develop an understanding of educational improvement concepts and research related to international education and be able to apply practical tools and strategies to address issues, challenges, and opportunities related to supporting student achievement and institutional growth.

In additional to the general program outcomes, graduates will be able to: